Cost: Free Primary, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Math game that involves higher level thinking. Students have to construct an equation with the result equal to the target number. The student or team rolls 5 dice by shaking the device. Then the values are used to construct an equation with the given end result.
Cost: Free For all grade levels
Online movies covering most core content. Without a subscription, you can watch the free movies and take the quizzes.
Cost: Free Pre-K, Kindergarten
Students are shown scenes with which they interact through tapping the screen. As they interact they are counting. The ipad reads the directions and has a verbal part to state the number. The numeral is also shown as the number is stated. The highest it goes is 10. Applause is used as a form of praise.
Cost: Free Primary, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
Use the numbers to find an equation that works. Use the colored number to gain more points. This app has 5 levels: toddler (K), 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade.
Do arithmetic and formulas with math operators of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Playing the game is easy (finding equation that works), but mastering it is hard due to the cleverly crafted scoring system. Make strategical decisions and improve skills to plan ahead.
Each equation found adds to your score with a base score that's multiplied by a bonus:
1. Use the silver and gold pieces to increase base score
2. Use the center colored number (previous answer) to increase bonus multiplier
Cost: $1.99 Kindergarten, 1st Grade
Players take turns rolling two dice, finding their sum, and then matching the sum to one or more numbers in their hand. Every match eliminates that number or numbers from a player’s hand and reduces their score. Players try to eliminate all the numbers in their hand. Play continues until no more sums from the dice can be matched to a number or numbers in a player’s hand. The player with the lowest score wins the game! Visual and audio reinforcement of correct and incorrect answers help players master addition facts and comparison skills.
Features of Tric-Trac:
- 2 players (for extra practice, a single player can play as Player 1 and Player 2)
- Practices basic addition facts from 0 to 6
- Practices composition of numbers
- Correct and incorrect answer feedback
- Guided/Unguided play
- Full tutorial
- Compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch
It is a paid app but is often on sale or free depending on when you search on the App Store.
Cost: $4.99 Primary, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
This app also has a free version, but the free version can only have 2 players. It might be a good option to download first as a preview. These games include lower-case and upper-case Alphabet Matching, Dolch Sight Words for 1st through 3rd grades, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Telling the Time, Currency, Countries and Flags, Shapes, Animals, Foods and more.
Cost: Free Pre-K, Kindergarten
A set of 40 exercises that help children learn math.
Cost: $1.99 Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
King of Math Junior is a mathematics game in a medieval environment where you climb the social ladder by answering math questions and solving puzzles. Collect stars, get medals and compete against friends and family. Master the game and become a King or Queen of Math! Players are encouraged to think for themselves and see mathematical concepts from different angles by solving problems in many areas.
Cost: Free Primary, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
This app is perfect for kids to practice their addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts. Students can even draw right on the flashcard!
Cost: Free For all grade levels
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